South Korea legalises tattooing by non-medical professionals
Summary
South Korea has changed its law to allow non-medical professionals to perform tattoo artistry legally. This decision overcomes a 1992 ruling that restricted tattooing to medical professionals only. The law will take effect in two years, requiring artists to get licenses through exams and training.Key Facts
- South Korea has legalized tattooing by non-medical professionals after more than 30 years.
- Previously, only medical professionals could legally offer tattoos due to a 1992 court ruling.
- The Tattooist Act allows non-medical professionals to work legally if they obtain a license.
- Violating the old law could result in up to five years in jail or a heavy fine.
- An estimated 350,000 tattoo artists work in South Korea, mainly in semi-permanent makeup.
- Most tattoo artists come from backgrounds in art or beauty, not medicine.
- The new law will take effect in two years, requiring safety training and a national exam.
- Tattoo removal will still be restricted to medical professionals.
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